Housefull 5 : Housefull 5, the fifth installment of Bollywood’s most hilarious comedy franchise, releases on June 6, 2025—and looks like it is going to stand the test of time. The film is all set to take the audience on a laughter riot with a fresh look with the Akshay Kumar-Abhishek Bachchan pairing, a colourful starcast and a great picturisation.
The Housefull franchise is synonymous with over-the-top gags, star-studded chaos, and Akshay Kumar’s impeccable comic timing. With Housefull 5, director Tarun Mansukhani aims to revive the laughter riot, but the journey has been anything but smooth. From casting buzz to box office jitters, this installment has gripped headlines. Let’s unpack everything you need to know!
Why Housefull 5 Matters
Since 2010, the Housefull series has been Bollywood’s go-to for ensemble comedy. Part 5 promises double the madness with a time-travel twist (!), reuniting Akshay Kumar with Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, and introducing fresh glamour with Jacqueline Fernandez, Kriti Sanon, and Punjabi powerhouse Sonam Bajwa. But can it live up to the hype?
The Star-Studded Carnival: Who’s Who
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Akshay Kumar as Harry: The franchise’s anchor, now grappling with past/future chaos.
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Abhishek Bachchan & Riteish Deshmukh: Return as bumbling partners-in-crime.
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Jacqueline Fernandez & Kriti Sanon: Glamorous leads with killer dance moves.
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Sonam Bajwa: Steals scenes as the Punjabi firecracker (a TOI favorite!).
Behind the Scenes: Director’s Gambit
Tarun Mansukhani (Dostana) took the reins, promising “bigger VFX and crazier jokes.” Shooting spanned London to Goa, with reports of script rewrites mid-production. Akshay Kumar’s infamous tight schedules added pressure, but the team insists: “The chaos is intentional!”
Fashion Frenzy: Style Icons Unleashed – Housefull 5
Jacqueline’s metallic gowns and Sonam’s vibrant Patiala suits became instant trends. Costume designer Subarna Rai Chaudhuri revealed: “We merged futuristic shimmer with Indian flair.” Sonam’s phulkari-inspired looks even sparked fan recreations on Instagram!
Box Office Rollercoaster: Triumph or Trouble?
Despite massive promotions, advance bookings shocked trade analysts. Day 1 collections fell short of expectations, netting ₹15 crore (vs. Housefull 4’s ₹19 crore). Industry experts cite franchise fatigue and competition from Hollywood releases.
(Source: TOI Box Office Analysis)
But here’s the twist: Word-of-mouth saved the day! By weekend 2, family audiences flooded theaters, pushing global earnings past ₹150 crore. Proof that laughter sells—just slowly.
Spoiler-Free Review: Should You Watch?
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The Good: Akshay & Abhishek’s bromance, Sonam Bajwa’s comic genius, and jaw-dropping VFX (think: cars flying through time portals).
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The Bad: Weak villain track, dated “nagging wife” tropes.
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The Hilarious: A Go Goa Gone-inspired zombie sequence (yes, really!).
Critics were divided (Indian Express called it “a buffet of hits and misses”), but fans cheered the return of mindless fun.
(Source: Indian Express Review)
3 Reasons Housefull 5 Deserves Your Ticket
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Nostalgia Bomb: Cameos from past franchise stars (hello, Chunky Pandey!).
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Visual Spectacle: London heists + futuristic gadgets = eye candy.
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Pure Escapism: In stressful times, 2.5 hours of absurdity is therapy.
The Final Verdict
Housefull 5 isn’t high art—it’s a gol gappa of jokes: some spicy, some stale, but overall satisfying. While the box office stumbled initially, audience love cemented its success. As Akshay joked at the trailer launch: “We don’t make sense. We make laughs!”
Housefull 5 is a high-octane, star-studded dhamaka—with crisp comic timing, global locations, and a dash of murder-thriller. The film brings a fun new surprise packed with nostalgia from the franchise. Release date: 6th June 2025, don’t miss it!
P.S. Stay post-credits for a Housefull 6 teaser… because the madness never ends!
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